Guests enjoyed browsing through the displays of arts and crafts, photographs, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and other local products that were also ideal presents for Christmas.
Kids had a grand time participating in art activities like watercolor painting, jewelry making, sand mosaic and other crafts.
Richard Sikkel, Brilliant Star School principal, said they were very happy for the good turnout.
All the seats were filled and the people enjoyed the performances of DoReMi, Saipan Music and Dance, Tai-Chi by Mei Demapan and Kevin Wang, Glushko’s Academy, JJ Rockstroh, Nate van Ee, Angel’s International School of Dance, Keynotes School of Music, SSHS Manta Ray Band, and Li’l Hands.
“Shoppers had the convenience of finding a variety of island gifts under one roof, and all the vendors graciously donated items for our raffle draw,” Sikkel said.
Among the local artists and companies that showcased their work or products were Joe Weaver, Jack Hardy, Joe Kani, Greg Elliott, Finatimas Animas, Island Jewelry, Anahata Healing, leaf paintings by Ernie, Monika’s Gallery, Ayorata, Leyah’s Crafts by Tokie Mojica, Saipan Southern High School ceramics, Fusion Design, Flower Pot Creations, Star Jewelry, Apple Coffee Shop and Capitol Discount Mart.
“Our parents and the community took the food sales to the next level and received a lot of positive feedback on the variety of food and the availability of healthy choices,” Sikkel said.
He added, “The bazaar is truly a one of its kind event and would not be possible without the support of our sponsors.”
Sponsors for the event included Saipan Grand Hotel, Marianas Coffee, IT&E, Pacific Islands Club, Fiesta Resort & Spa, Marianas Resort & Spa, Shenanigans Restaurant, Tropical Blends Spa & Salon, Duty Free Saipan, Saipan Sunset Cruise, Morning Glory, Yoga Waves, Saipan Water & Ice, Rep. Ray Tebuteb, JC Marketing Corp., Micronesian Brokers, the multi-purpose center, the Commonwealth Election Commission, Martha’s Store, Nuat Thai Massage, Hyatt and Deep Sea Submarine.
